NEW NBA ACTION FIGURE SERIES ON THE HORIZONDebut Line and Boxed Sets Coming Later in 2003March 14, 2003Copyright 2015 TMP International, Inc.

Yes, yes, we tried to wait. We did our best to cork our own mouths and keep our secrets safe. (Imagine a giant gust of wind blowing across cyberspace.) But, well, we couldn't do it.

If you like hoops and McFarlane's Sports Picks, we've got some good news for you.

In addition to NBA series 3, which hit stores in recent weeks, and NBA series 4 due out in November, we've got a couple of little bonuses to keep you on the court.

The first is a special NBA Debut line, featuring a lineup of four players who have never had an action figure produced. The lineup:

Jermaine O'Neal, Indiana Pacers F/C, No. 7

Amare Stoudemire, Phoenix Suns F, No. 32

Dajuan Wagner, Cleveland Cavaliers G, No. 2

Jalen Rose, Chicago Bulls F/G, No. 5

The NBA Debut line is set for a May release.

Next we have a series of NBA deluxe two-pack boxed editions, featuring famous pro ball scoring tandems. The first features Los Angeles Lakers duo Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant. The second scheduled two-pack features the Dallas Mavericks' Steve Nash and Dirk Nowitzki. Though it's not yet finalized, a third offering may include a Boston Celtics cast.

More details on release dates and retailers as well as photos of these coming NBA attractions as they're available.